Think of this film through the lens of the Hero's Journey, a term coined by Joseph Campbell (read more here). Think about this quote and apply it to The Matrix. Discuss how Neo's journey is presented to us cinematically. Incorporate the use of special effects in this discussion.
"A hero ventures forth from the world of common day into a region of supernatural wonder: fabulous forces are there encountered and a decisive victory is won: the hero comes back from this mysterious adventure with the power to bestow boons on his fellow man."
Minimum: 2 paragraphs.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Choose a scene and discuss it through a feminist lens. Are women portrayed as equal to men? Are they merely eye candy? Are they portrayed as superior or inferior?
Minimum 2 paragraphs.
Minimum 2 paragraphs.
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